Two Day Introduction to Competitive Shooting

The Introduction to Competitive Shooting course is designed around the USPSA Pistol / MultiGun and 3 Gun match fire disciplines. Course content focuses on student walk-throughs (both dry and hot), followed by “on-the-clock” shooting drills that will help facilitate the type of speed and accuracy needed to shoot well and safely in competition shooting. Additionally firearm and kit selection / set up, range commands and match procedures and will also be covered along with along with ammunition requirements, recommended clothing and the physical demands of competition shooting. Final exercise will consist of students shooting and navigating a match course of fire.

Objective of Course: The overall objective of this course is to introduce the beginner to mid- level shooter to the art and science of competitive shooting.

Enabling Objectives:

Gain an understanding of the different types of competition and how they are gamed and governed

Identify the types of equipment, firearms, and ammunition needed for each competition

Gain an understanding of price points and how they relate to firearm, ammunition, and equipment selection and performance (e.g., the cost/benefit)

Participate in and gain a more thorough understanding of actual courses of fire

Gain an understanding of the physical, mental, and technical aspects of each discipline through performance oriented range training

Gain an understanding of proven training methodologies for each discipline